CVE-2020-27936
Last modified
CVE-2020-27936 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds read issue existed that led to the disclosure of kernel memory. This was addressed with improved input validation. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds read issue existed that led to the disclosure of kernel memory. This was addressed with improved input validation. This issue is fixed in macOS Big Sur 11.1, Security Update 2020-001 Catalina, Security Update 2020-007 Mojave. A local user may be able to cause unexpected system termination or read kernel memory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | < 11.1.0 |
References
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212011Vendor Advisory
- https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212011Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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